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Features
Collaborative efforts to a rat-free, thriving ecosystem on Takutea
In a monumental stride in conservation for the Cook Islands, Takutea Island is on its path to becoming rat-free.
New mammography machine offers improved breast cancer detection
The arrival of the new mammography machine in the Cook Islands marks a significant advancement in women’s health, enabling earlier detection of breast cancer and potentially saving lives.
$2000 raised for fire repair
The Niue community in New Zealand has raised more than $2000 to help the two schools that were devastated by fires at the weekend.
Schools devastated by loss in fire
Two school principals are dealing with the loss of blocks of classrooms and stacks of resources following fires at the weekend.
Nikao Sokattak beat Avatiu
Nikao Sokattak easily overcame Avatiu in the main match of the Lotto Premiership in the weekend by six goals to one at the swamp.
Threads that link Pacific artists
The internet provided the link for a group of Pacific-based women artists, whose work will be displayed at The Art Studio next week.
Nane launches Tropicool Aitutaki
Aitutaki’s Nane Purea is proud of her recently released CD ‘Tropicool Aitutaki – Nane’.
Tinomana chief in waiting – a servant for her community
There is an open door policy at Tokerau Munro’s home in Inave and it will remain open long after she is invested with the Vaka Puaikura paramount chief title Tinomana Ariki.
Muri still unbeaten in women's cricket comp
The Muri women’s cricket side captained by ace all-rounder Punanga Kaveao retained their 2013 winning form when they beat the Arorangi Red Hot Chicks at the weekend.
Matariki FM undergoes re-branding
Changes are in the air at local radio station Matariki FM, with new frequencies and revamped programming to come over the next few weeks.
Specialist beauty care at City Style
Take time to relax and be pampered.
Rubbish transformed into art
Rubbish was transformed into art by some creative members of the community for a competition last Wednesday evening.
AWAP returns to Cooks
Cook Islands youth will have the chance to take part in a holiday programme that focuses on performing arts during the second week of the term break.
Music to turn paddling central into party central
The 10th year anniversary of the annual Vaka Eiva Festival will be celebrated this year with the sounds of New Zealand based powerhouse rhythm band Kora and leading soul master Che Fu.
Avarua carnival highlights biodiversity
Bumble bees buzzed, flowers bloomed and fruits burst with colour at Victoria Park on Thursday where Avarua School students gathered in their finery to celebrate Biodiversity Day.
A one-of-a-kind island evening
In a country where food plays a prominent role in people’s lives, one particular dinner table in Matavera stands out amongst Rarotonga’s abundant and exquisite dining experiences.
Portrait project to live on
Portraits of 222 Cook Islanders came down from the walls of the BCA in Taputapuatea yesterday afternoon.
Settle Makea title out of court: Crocombe
Who should hold the traditional title of Makea Nui Ariki has been disputed for over 20 years and one descendant believes it’s time to settle the matter – out of court.
Portraits that link the people
There was people-watching of a different variety at the official opening of the Cook Islands People Project, held at BCA on Tuesday evening.
222 portraits of Cook Islands people
Adult students and projects at the Creative Centre are set to benefit from local artist Judith Kunzle’s latest works – the Cook Islands People Project.
Recovering the past: Cook Islands tapa in the US
On 18 August, 1838, five vessels and a store ship left from Norfolk in the state of Virginia in the United States.
Fun for everyone at the Apii Te Uki Ou Gala
Apii Te Uki Ou will be transformed into a site of spectacular food and entertainment on Friday when the school hold their gala day.